2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 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 112 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Ram | TR4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
