1973 Triumph 1500 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Triumph 1500 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Triumph | Porsche |
Model | 1500 | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |