2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
