2004 BMW 320 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (174 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 320 | Herald |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1145 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |