2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (318 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | DB7 | CTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |