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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 378 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.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (685 Nm) has 505 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 | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 520 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 685 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |