1970 Porsche 914 vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 TVR V8 S weights approximately 127 kg more than 1970 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, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Porsche 914 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 914 | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 373 Nm |
| 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 | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
