1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon 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 V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 306 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (434 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Saloon | 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 |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 75 L |
