1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 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 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3, 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | 62 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2639 mm |
