2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 538 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
