1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 616 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
