1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
| Model | Jetfire | 6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
