1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 1971 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. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Fleetwood | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2840 mm |
