2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 170 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (430 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 V8 Vantage (489 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Le Mans | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2601 mm |
