1968 Triumph 2.5 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1539 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Triumph 2.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Triumph 2.5 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Triumph | Land Rover |
Model | 2.5 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2035 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 104 L |