1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2008 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2008 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Saloon | STS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 66 L |
