1971 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1971 Porsche 917
To start off, both 1971 Cadillac DeVille and 1971 Porsche 917 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Porsche 917 (520 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Porsche 917 should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1971 Porsche 917.
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:
| 1971 Cadillac DeVille | 1971 Porsche 917 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DeVille | 917 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4994 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 520 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 798 kg |
