1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 691 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1963 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 979 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 1963 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB4 | V Sixteen |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 13600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 1001 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 1356 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3560 mm |
