1998 BMW 323 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 26 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 607 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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
