2007 BMW 318 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1959 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, 2007 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 318 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
