1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1961 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1961 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | V8 Zagato | DeVille |
Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 582 Nm |
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 | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |