2003 BMW 545 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 33 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), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 890 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 545 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 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 | 328 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
