2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | CTS | 356 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
