1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado.
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 Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Eldorado | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |