1994 Porsche 911 vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Triumph GT6. (107 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Triumph GT6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph GT6. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
