1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | 6 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |