1951 Triumph Renown vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Triumph Renown | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Triumph | Porsche |
| Model | Renown | 911 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
