1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1955 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1955 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1955 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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. 1955 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1955 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1955 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 62 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3290 mm |
