1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | DeVille | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2990 mm |
