2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | DrifterX | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
