2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 247 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (264 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | CTS | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
