2006 BMW 650 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 46 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 970 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.
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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 650 | Herald |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 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 | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 29 L |