1974 Porsche 914 vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 914 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 914 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
