2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Porsche 917
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 917. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 917 would be higher. At 4,994 cc, 1972 Porsche 917 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 917 (520 HP) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (307 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 917 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 990 kg more than 1972 Porsche 917.
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, 1972 Porsche 917 (610 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm). This means 1972 Porsche 917 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Porsche 917 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | CTS | 917 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4994 cc |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 520 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 798 kg |
