1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 365 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Seville | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |