1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 98 L |
