2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 347 kg more than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | DeVille | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |
