1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 164 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | V8 Vantage | XLR |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 68 L |