1976 Mazda 818 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 343 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 818 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2420 mm |
