1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2004 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 143 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2004 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB6 | XLR |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
