2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 62 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS. 2011 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2002 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB7 | STS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 64 L |
