1973 Triumph Dolomite vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (127 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (158 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Dolomite | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Triumph | Porsche |
| Model | Dolomite | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
