1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 49 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 3,996 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 46 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB5 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |
