2006 BMW 550 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 45 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 550 | Herald |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |