1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2009 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Seville | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
