2005 BMW 330 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 330 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
