1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 141 kg more than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac DeVille | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | DeVille | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2920 mm |
