1958 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac Sixty (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac Sixty | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Sixty | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2430 mm |
