1975 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 425 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (262 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 2006 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 911 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 911 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
