2004 BMW 318 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1963 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, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 318 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
