1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda RX-7 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-7 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
