1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1960 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1960 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Vantage | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |
