1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Brougham | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Brougham | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2360 mm |