1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 616 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
