1991 Porsche 928 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 928 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 928 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5397 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
