1992 Porsche 911 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1951 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
