1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda Chante | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Chante | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 3400 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2451 mm |