1994 Porsche 965 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1994 Porsche 965 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Porsche 965 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Porsche | Triumph |
Model | 965 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2110 mm |