2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 928. (238 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 928.
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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | CTS | 928 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 259 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |