2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1963 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin DB7. (550 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1963 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB7 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 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 | 1878 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 79 L |
