2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Porsche 924. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 413 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Porsche 924 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 924 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 84 L |