2008 BMW 530 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 48 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), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 735 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 530 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 260 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 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 | 1495 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
