2009 BMW 335 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 48 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 885 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, 2009 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 335 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
