2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B4000. (324 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B4000 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | B4000 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
