2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1964 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 911. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 20 kg more than 1964 Porsche 911. 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, 1964 Porsche 911 (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1964 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Roadster | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
