2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | STS | 928 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |