1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1959 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1959 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Zagato | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 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 | 1820 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |
