1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1964 Porsche 911
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 is newer by 13 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 911 (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Porsche 911 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1977 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, 1964 Porsche 911 (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1964 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 616 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 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 |
