2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 438 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Le Mans | 944 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
