1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 868 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 616 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |
