1978 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 950 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-3. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda RX-3 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | RX-3 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |