1991 Porsche 965 vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 678 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 965 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
