1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914.
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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 914 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1150 mm |
