2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1961 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1961 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 29 L |
