1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 1989 Porsche 911 and 2013 Cadillac CTS are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 428 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Porsche 911 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
Model | 911 | CTS |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |