1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Fleetwood | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
