2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 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 9 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 614 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. 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, 1978 Porsche 924 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 924 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |