1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,085 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DeVille | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2280 mm |
