1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 266 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | 3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |