1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | V8 Vantage | 62 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 582 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |