1997 BMW 850 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 850 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
