2007 BMW 550 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1970 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 550 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
