1997 Mazda 323 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1997 Mazda 323 and 1997 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 323. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 323 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (1,022 Nm) has 842 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 323. (180 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 323 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 1022 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1150 kg |
