2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Drifter | 930 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
