1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Eldorado | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4571 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
