1975 Mazda 1000 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 1000 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2918 mm |
