2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Le Mans would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. (470 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
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 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Le Mans | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 470 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |
