1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 616 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 616 | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |