2008 BMW 535 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 635 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 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 535 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| 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 | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
