1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1958 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 885 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
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:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1958 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB4 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3390 mm |
