1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2012 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP) has 293 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin Virage. (569 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2012 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sixty | Virage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
