1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 615 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | DB2 | CTS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3173 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |