1999 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 40 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 935 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 330 | Herald |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |