1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 272 kg more than 1964 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB5 | STS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
