1975 Mazda 818 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 818 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 818 | 996 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2360 mm |