1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 is newer by 49 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
