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The Porsche 914 was a joint development between Porsche and Volkswagen and was the new Porsche entry-level model as of model year 1970.The two-seater, also known as the "VW Porsche", was a mid-engine Sports Car. Striking design features included the very long wheelbase for the vehicle length, short overhangs, the removable roof centre panel made from glass fiber-reinforced plastic as well as the wide safety bar. The 914 also featured pop-up headlights. At the time of its launch, the 914 was available with two engines. 914: 1.7-liter flat-four engine with 80 hp from Volkswagen and the 914/6: 2.0-liter flat-six engine with 110 hp from the Porsche 911 T. These were followed by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 100 hp based on the 1.7-liter engine in model year 1973 and a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with 85 hp in model year 1974.
Porsche 914 Basics
Manufacturer: Porsche (Type 914/6), Karmann (Type 914/4) / Production Years: 1969 - 1976 / Body Style: 2-Door Targa / Layout: Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout / Engines: 1.7 L Volkswagen Type 4 Flat-4, 1.8 L Volkswagen Type 4 Flat-4, 2.0 L Volkswagen Type 4 Flat-4, 2.0 L Type 901/36 Flat-6 (914/6) / Transmission: 5-speed manual or 4-speed Sportomatic / Premiere: 1969 September 11, IAA Frankfurt motor show / Predecessor: Porsche 912 / Successor: Porsche 924
Porsche 914 Timelines & Details
This graphic breaks out the Porsche 914 in terms of timelines and how to tell all the models apart. Click on the image to see it in higher definition.
Porsche 914 Specs Summary
The VW van engine in Porsche’s mid-engined 914 didn’t inspire enthusiasts like other Porsche models. Its humble roots divided the Porsche faithful who couldn’t agree on the 914’s purpose. While the performance numbers weren't spectacular, the Porsche was fun and a true Porsche in nature.
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