1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Chante | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
