2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | DrifterX | 928 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
