1982 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1963 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1963 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | Lagonda | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 582 Nm |
| 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 Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 79 L |
