2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | DB7 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |