2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 308 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Premacy | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Premacy | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |