1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP) has 239 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 928. (317 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 928.
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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (430 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928. 1990 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 928 | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 928 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4957 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 556 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
