1958 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac DeVille. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 605 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac DeVille | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DeVille | 928 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
