1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
Model | Eldorado | DBS |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |