1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | V8 Vantage | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |