1969 Porsche 914 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. 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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 914 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 914 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
