2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
Model | CTS | DB6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3995 cc |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |