1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 246 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Because 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (434 Nm). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 79 L |
