1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Biscayne | 3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
