1999 BMW 540 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 991 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 540 (439 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 540 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |
