2000 Audi R8 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 28 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 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 938 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 914 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
