2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930. 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2008 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | CTS | 930 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
