2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
Make | Porsche | TVR |
Model | 911 | 1600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |