1995 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 555 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 911 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:
| 1995 Porsche 911 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 911 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1473 mm |
