1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1972 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 914 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
