1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 23 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 479 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 914 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 914 | 968 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
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 | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 92 L |