1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 71 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,671 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
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.
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1942 Cadillac 60 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
Model | 60 | Vantage |
Year Released | 1942 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5671 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2022 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2600 mm |