1958 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac Seville (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Cadillac Seville 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 1958 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | 3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
