1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1968 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1968 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Vantage | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 7732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 82 L |
