2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (182 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 1987 Porsche 911 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 1987 Porsche 911. 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
