1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB5 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |
