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.

[Mueller]

Spirited and aggressive driving:

914= easy, yet still fun (anyone can drive a 914 rather aggressively IMHO)

911= harder to drive, both mentally and physically....
more "rewarding" to me for some reason, maybe it's knowing that I defied the laws of physics...I like the fact that I can get the car to rotate and pitch the rear end out a few feet by either using the gas or letting go of the gas
(lift-throttle oversteer..hang on !!!! )

I do feel more connected to the road in a 914, but that could have a lot to do with my 911 having power assist steering and being heavier with more insulation.

I also feel a lot more confident in the 914, even a near stock 914 I'd take corners at speeds that I'd hesitate or slowdown a tad bit in the 911.