1999 BMW 318 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 318 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
