1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-01 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 89 L |
