1995 Porsche 968 vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1969 Triumph 2000. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 968 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |
