1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 1958 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac 62. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 1958 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Saloon | 62 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
