1965 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Sixty (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Sixty | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Sixty | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2520 mm |
