1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 27 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914.
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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Porsche |
| Model | CL | 914 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
