2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 911 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
