1985 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1985 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 911 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 1985 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 911 | 1976 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
