Japan vs Germany — 1992 vs 1992
| RX-7 FD3S Twin Turbo | 968 Clubsport | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 240 hp |
| Torque | 217 lb-ft | 225 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,308 cc | 2,990 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.0 sec | 6.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 155 mph | 159 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 13.7 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Weight | 2,888 lbs | 2,910 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,425 mm | 2,400 mm |
| Length | 4,285 mm | 4,320 mm |
| Units Produced | 68,589 | 1,923 |
| Original MSRP | $31,300 | $39,950 |
| Value (Excellent) | $90,000 | $120,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 7/10 |
Two outstanding machines, each with compelling strengths. The 1992 Mazda RX-7 FD3S Twin Turbo excels in quicker acceleration, stronger collectibility, while the 1992 Porsche 968 Clubsport stands out for higher top speed, greater rarity. The best advice? Drive both if you can, then follow your instincts.
Putting the 1992 Mazda RX-7 FD3S Twin Turbo against the 1992 Porsche 968 Clubsport is a comparison that enthusiasts have debated for decades. Each car reflects distinct design philosophies shaped by different automotive cultures — Japan versus Germany. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1992 Mazda RX-7 FD3S Twin Turbo producing 255 hp and the 1992 Porsche 968 Clubsport delivering 240 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Mazda RX-7 uses a Twin-Rotor Wankel 13B-REW Twin Turbo displacing 1,308 cc, while the Porsche 968 relies on a Inline-4 DOHC with 2,990 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1992 Mazda RX-7 FD3S Twin Turbo edges ahead at 5.0 seconds versus 6.0 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 1,923 units built, the 1992 Porsche 968 Clubsport is considerably scarcer than the Mazda RX-7's 68,589 examples.