1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 95 kg more than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | Lagonda | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6389 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 |
Torque | 435 Nm | 582 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 98.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3300 mm |