1972 Porsche 914 vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 39 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 864 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, 2011 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Porsche | Lexus |
| Model | 914 | GS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 71 L |
