1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Porsche 911

To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville.

Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (393 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Cadillac Seville 1998 Porsche 911
Make Cadillac Porsche
Model Seville 911
Year Released 1993 1998
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4564 cc 3163 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 295 HP 544 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 600 Nm
Top Speed 241 km/hour 309 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5200 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1150 mm


 

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