2003 BMW 645 vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 645 | Herald |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
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 | 321 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |