2008 BMW 760 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1963 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (85 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald. 2008 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1963 Triumph Herald has manual transmission. 1963 Triumph Herald will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 760 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 29 L |
