1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2012 Aston Martin DBS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Calais | DBS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
