2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 1972 Porsche 917
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Catera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 917. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 917 would be higher. At 4,994 cc, 1972 Porsche 917 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 917 (520 HP) has 320 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 917 should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 907 kg more than 1972 Porsche 917.
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, 1972 Porsche 917 (610 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 1972 Porsche 917 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Catera | 1972 Porsche 917 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Catera | 917 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4994 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 520 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 798 kg |
