1977 Porsche 928 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1977 Porsche 928 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 928 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 1977 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 1949 Triumph Mayflower has manual transmission. 1949 Triumph Mayflower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 928 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 928 | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
