1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (304 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 990 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX 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 SRX 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 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB5 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2400 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 | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
