2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 215 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3822 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
