2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 765 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | 914 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |
