1968 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1968 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,136 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR4. 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, 1961 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
