1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1997 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Seville. 1989 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Seville | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 685 Nm |
| 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 | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
