1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 862 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Cadillac DeVille is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (183 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | DeVille | 3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
