1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 398 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | DB4 | CTS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |