1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 400 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
Because 1977 Porsche 911 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 1977 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 911. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1977 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1977 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Seville | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
