1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Cadillac Cimarron
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Cimarron would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 840 kg more than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Cimarron, 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. (297 Nm). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. 1985 Cadillac Cimarron has automatic transmission and 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Cadillac Cimarron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Cadillac Cimarron | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Cimarron |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
