2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 461 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 944 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 1981 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Seville | 944 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |