2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1978 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 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 6 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 3298 cc |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1550 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
