2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 612 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
