2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 443 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | CTS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
