2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 45 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1692 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |
