1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 965 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3818 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
