1969 Porsche 914 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 625 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.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 914 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 914 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
