2009 BMW 323 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 323 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 323 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
