2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 16 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 965. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 965.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 965. (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | CTS-V | 965 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
