1967 Porsche 912 vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1967 Porsche 912 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 TVR Trident weights approximately 198 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. 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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Porsche 912 | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 912 | Trident |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2290 mm |
