2009 BMW 530 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 870 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | BMW | Triumph |
Model | 530 | Herald |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |