1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (456 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
