2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | DTS | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
