2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 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 180 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 8 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | DB7 | CTS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 302 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 68 L |