1973 Porsche 914 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 914 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 914 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
