1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Aston Martin DB9 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 2008 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
Model | Seville | DB9 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |