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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
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 | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
