1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 15 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 371 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, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 914 | 1987 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Porsche | Venturi |
Model | 914 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |