2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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, 1977 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 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 | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Roadster | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
