2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1958 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 408 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1958 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB7 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3300 mm |
