2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1115 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Defender | 914 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |