1985 Porsche 928 vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 589 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1500. 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 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Porsche 928 | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
Make | Porsche | Triumph |
Model | 928 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |