2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Drifter | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 79 L |
