2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 485 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | DTS | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
