2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 84 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | CTS | 965 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
