1967 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,952 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Cadillac DeVille (288 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 970 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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.
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1967 Cadillac DeVille | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | DeVille | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6952 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |