2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 397 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 924 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |