2006 BMW 330 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1963 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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 330 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
