2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 331 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | B3000 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
