1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (144 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
