2000 BMW 525 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 525 | Herald |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |