1941 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,676 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Cadillac 62 (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1941 Cadillac 62 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | 62 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1941 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5676 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |