1975 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1964 Porsche 911
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 911 (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Porsche 911 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1964 Porsche 911 (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX-2 | 1964 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |
