1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 37 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 267 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 578 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Fleetwood | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |