1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1988 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 274 kg more than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. 1988 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1988 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Volante | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
