1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 678 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (264 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB3 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
