2005 BMW 525 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1960 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 525 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
