1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
