1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 231 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 1973 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 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | 6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
