1969 Porsche 914 vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 42 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Evora weights approximately 422 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 914 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Porsche | Lotus |
| Model | 914 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
