1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 147 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2005 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Fleetwood | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
