1998 BMW 320 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 28 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 2,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 720 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 320 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
