1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Seville is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 507 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Aston Martin DB4 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 1958 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2005 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB4 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
