1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
