2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 1955 Triumph TR3
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR3.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR3. (160 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 1955 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | Boxster | TR3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2240 mm |
