1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Eldorado | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
