1987 Porsche 959 vs. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (263 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 959 | 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | 959 | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2639 mm |
