1958 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac 62. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 464 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | 62 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2601 mm |
