2007 BMW 116 vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 33 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 280 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 116 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
