1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1972 Porsche 911

To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Mazda Familia 1972 Porsche 911
Make Mazda Porsche
Model Familia 911
Year Released 1970 1972
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 987 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 49 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5100 RPM
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1056 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2280 mm


 

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