2000 BMW 320 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1960 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, 2000 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 320 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
