1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 1990 Porsche 911 and 2013 Cadillac ATS are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911.
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 ATS (373 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (309 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 911 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 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 |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2776 mm |
