2004 BMW X3 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 BMW X3 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 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X3 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 1065 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW X3 (290 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X3 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | X3 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 29 L |
