2008 BMW 630 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 630 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
