1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1965 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 993 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
