1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, both 1992 Cadillac DeVille and 1992 Porsche 928 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
Because 1992 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac DeVille | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | DeVille | 928 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |