1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1941 Cadillac 60
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,672 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1941 Cadillac 60 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Volante | 60 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3230 mm |
