2008 BMW 118 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 49 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 605 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 118 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 29 L |
