2003 BMW 520 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 44 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 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 910 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 520 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
