1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1956 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1956 Porsche 550 A. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1956 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-7 | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
