1992 Audi V8 vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 1992 Audi V8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi V8 | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | V8 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
