1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (288 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac 62. (267 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac 62.
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. 1957 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac 62 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 288 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2500 mm |
