2010 Cadillac STS vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 177 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1968 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac STS | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | STS | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1802 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
