1976 Mazda 616 vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 470 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 616 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
