1967 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Cadillac Brougham. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 734 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Cadillac Brougham | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Brougham | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
