1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 49 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin V8 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.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
Model | DeVille | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |