1993 Porsche 965 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 2006 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 965 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 965 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2890 mm |
