1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.
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 62 (582 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | Virage | 62 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
