1965 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 565 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
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:
| 1965 Cadillac DeVille | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DeVille | 996 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
