1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 632 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, 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:
1959 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Seville | 5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1568 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2751 mm |