1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 420 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | V8 Vantage | ATS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 61 L |