1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | Lagonda | 62 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 79 L |