1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-7 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 92 L |
