1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 327 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
Model | 928 | CTS |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |