2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Triumph GT6. (107 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph GT6.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph GT6. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2120 mm |
