1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 520 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2013 Aston Martin 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
Model | Eldorado | Vantage |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2601 mm |