1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | RX-7 | 965 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |