1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Fleetwood | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 48 L |
