1973 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 1977 Porsche 912 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 912. (87 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 912 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
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, 1977 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-3 | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-3 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2220 mm |
