1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
