1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1952 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1952 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1952 Triumph TR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Triumph TR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1952 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 56 L |
