2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | DrifterX | 968 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 92 L |
