2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (456 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 611 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 456 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 174 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 Weight | 1515 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 53 L |
