2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1961 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 425 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (540 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1961 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB7 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3300 mm |
