2009 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 325 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
