2007 BMW 650 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 47 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), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 880 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 650 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 | 360 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
