1968 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1466 kg more than 1968 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Vitesse | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Triumph | Dodge |
| Model | Vitesse | Ram |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
