1992 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 928 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 928 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5396 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
