1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche GT2 (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2360 mm |
