2000 Porsche RGT vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2000 Porsche RGT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche RGT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche RGT weights approximately 625 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 2000 Porsche RGT (376 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche RGT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche RGT | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | RGT | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2110 mm |
