2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 44 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 478 kg more than 2003 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2003 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2003 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:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB7 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6381 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3310 mm |
