1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | Lagonda | 62 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3310 mm |
