1995 Porsche 911 vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 911 | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 61 L |
