1969 Porsche 911 vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1969 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (156 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911.
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, 1969 Porsche 911 (191 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (146 Nm). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
