2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | DTS | 993 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2280 mm |
