1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 501 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Porsche | Mazda |
Model | 911 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 50 L |