1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 345 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado, 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 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 993 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
