1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
