2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 57 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
