1970 Porsche 914 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 470 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Porsche 914 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 914 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
