1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, both 1961 Aston Martin DB4 and 1961 Cadillac 62 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB4 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 79 L |
