1999 BMW V12 vs. 1971 Porsche 914
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1971 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | V12 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
