1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1965 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1965 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Sixty. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 585 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1965 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB5 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 95 L |
