2005 BMW 525 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 46 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 1015 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 525 | Herald |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 947 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 | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |