1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 316 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | V8 Volante | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 98.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 75 L |