1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 588 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1963 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 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9, 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | CX-9 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |