1958 Porsche 356 vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1975 Triumph 2000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Porsche 356 | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 356 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2700 mm |
