1968 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Brougham. (229 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 490 kg more than 2011 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:
| 1968 Cadillac Brougham | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Brougham | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
