2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 40 kg more than 1952 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | Boxster | Renown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
