1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-01 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
