2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2360 kg more than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Excursion | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 53 L |