2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
