2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | Vanquish | CTS-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 548 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 747 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1913 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1884 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |