2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 44 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Seville. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Seville | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
