2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 336 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Because 1995 Porsche 965 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 1995 Porsche 965. 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Seville. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Seville | 965 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
