1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1957 Cadillac 62
To start off, both 1957 Aston Martin DB2 and 1957 Cadillac 62 were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 869 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
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:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 1957 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB2 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 267 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3290 mm |
