The Porsche 914: A Forgotten Mid-Engine Legend

Engsta Rides

Published on: 05/03/2025

When you think of Porsche, your mind probably goes straight to the legendary 911. But in the late 1960s, Porsche took a different approach to sports car design with the introduction of the 914—a mid-engine, affordable, and unique sports car that stood out in the lineup. While it had a short production run, its influence led to the later development of the Porsche 912E and, eventually, the 924. Let's take a trip down memory lane and see how the 914 paved the way for its successors.