1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 742 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | 62 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
