2002 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Aston Martin V12. (556 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Aston Martin V12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin V12 | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V12 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 556 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
