2007 BMW 328 vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 328 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
