2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3, 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
