1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1966 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB4 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
