2003 BMW Z4 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 BMW Z4 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z4 weights approximately 510 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 Z4 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW Z4 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Z4 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
