2004 BMW 530 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 34 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 2,924 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 790 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, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 530 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
