1958 Triumph TR3 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1958 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 445 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Triumph | Porsche |
| Model | TR3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 67 L |
