1969 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | 911 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
