1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 912 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.
Because 1960 Cadillac Brougham 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 1960 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (228 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Brougham | 3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| 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 | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
