2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1974 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
