2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 713 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |