2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 717 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 223 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 | 1794 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |