2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1961 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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | Z4 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
