1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |