2003 BMW X5 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 43 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1435 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | X5 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| 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 | 338 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 29 L |
