1964 Porsche 911 vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1984 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 911. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Porsche 911 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 1964 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 911. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Porsche 911 | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2330 mm |
