1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 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 351 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 616 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
