1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (380 Nm @ 180 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
