2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 Porsche 930.
Because 1976 Porsche 930 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 1976 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 1976 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 6 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
