1969 Mazda 1000 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1969 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda 1000 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 1000 | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |