2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Porsche | Triumph |
Model | 911 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 356 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |