1992 Porsche 911 vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. 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 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
