1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 34 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 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 514 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.
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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 993 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3746 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2330 mm |
