1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | 62 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 97 L |
