1974 Mazda 818 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 818 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 818 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2360 mm |
