1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 176 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | Project Vantage | CTS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 536 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |