1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DeVille | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2360 mm |
