1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 344 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS. 2011 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 968 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 68 L |
