2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B2300 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | B2300 | 914 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |