1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 405 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 1968 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
Model | DeVille | Vantage |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |