1974 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-3 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
