2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 481 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 6 | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
