2007 BMW X5 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1320 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | X5 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 29 L |
