2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 551 more horse power than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 786 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB9 | V Sixteen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 13600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 1001 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 1356 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3560 mm |
