2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |
