1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 929 | 356 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |