2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (302 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968.
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 STS-V (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS-V | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | STS-V | 968 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 92 L |
