1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 650 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 117 L |
