1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 175 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Fleetwood | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1292 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |