1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1964 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 7,028 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1964 Cadillac 62. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1964 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1964 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 62 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7028 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 79 L |
