1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon 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 V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Saloon | 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 |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 79 L |
