2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Ram | A 109 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
