1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | 911 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
