1958 Triumph TR3 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1958 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1958 Triumph TR3. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Triumph TR3 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Triumph | Porsche |
| Model | TR3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 64 L |
