911 vs. 914, have you had the same experience? Options

[nebreitling]

Just got back from a couple fun runs through the hills with a friend. real nice guy. we took turns driving each other's cars -- he has a '82 911 SC and i've got my '75 2.0.

okay, granted: the 911 has some twice or more the raw power, a higher red line with a relatively wide power band, a more confident shifter with quicker throws, some seriously more macho brakes, and -- in his case -- A/C.

however, i found myself getting loose at lower speeds on turns that i normally fly through! and the 911 seems to break traction without much warning at all (IMG:style_emoticons/default/ohmy.gif) !! yes, the acceleration grins were a blast -- but modulating thottle, brake and clutch through the twisties was a scary, concentrated lesson in giving the car super-subtle input to avoid winding up in the ditch.

then he drove mine. he never got used to the shifter (and mine is one of the better-shifting 914s i've driven), but he seemed to have a great time lightly flicking it around corners with ease.

i never appreciated what an agile porsche the 914 is until driving his 911. conclusion? i need a 3.0 in my teener.

better start saving.

[EdwardBlume]

The 914 rocks. 911s for going to the store and back.

Just kidding.

Both are great cars, but fundamentally different. We're on this site because a 914 is great! As a mid-engine car, it gives you great handling, a low center of gravity and forgiveness in hard turns. The 911 is Porsche's sportscar platform with good power, brakes, etc....

Which is better? I can't say. It really depends on what you plan to do with it. As a 993 owner, a 914 AX car owner, and a stock 914 2.0 owner, I like them all. I enjoy 130 mph in the 993 just as much as AXs in the 914, and I can't wait to restore my Dad's 914.

Get both. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)