1971 Porsche 914 vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 555 kg more than 1971 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 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Porsche 914 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Porsche | Lexus |
| Model | 914 | LFA |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |
