1956 Porsche 356 vs. 1975 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Porsche 356 | 1975 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 356 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
