1969-1975 914 OverviewPorsche 914 Overview (1969 - 1975)
1969 - 1975
Tech Specs Summary
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- 110 - 125 mph
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- 8.7 - 13.0 seconds
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- 79 - 108 hp
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- 26.1 - 30.1 mpg
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- 2,072 - 2,172 lbs
The Porsche 914 was produced by the German manufacturer Porsche between 1969 - 1975. It's a rear mid engined rear-wheel drive Targa Top. There are four power levels available from either a 1.7 L Flat 4 gasoline engine or 2 L Flat 6 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and semi-trailing arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 914 is the Porsche 914/6 which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 108 hp and a power/weight ratio of 20.11 lb/hp it has a top speed of 125 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Porsche 914 1.8 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 493 miles.