1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
