1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 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 | 1470 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
