1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 931 kg more than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | 62 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2000 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 | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 190 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |