1963 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1503 kg more than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Triumph Vitesse | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Triumph | Ford |
Model | Vitesse | F-150 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |