2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2002 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB7 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 79 L |
