1999 BMW 740 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 740 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2320 mm |
