2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. (128 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1953 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB9 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
