2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | CTS | R 360 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 89 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |