2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Porsche 993.
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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 993 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |