2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | BLS | 993 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
