1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1967 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1967 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 2 kg more than 1967 Cadillac Calais. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1967 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Calais |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 82 L |
