2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 555 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | CTS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
