2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
