1973 Mazda 818 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818. 2011 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1973 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1973 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 818 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 818 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2920 mm |