2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 931 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Ram | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 29 L |
