1977 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 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 (404 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
