1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 775 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
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 Sixty (582 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Sixty | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 215 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |