1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 525 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
Because 1986 Porsche 928 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 1986 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 928. (430 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Calais | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Calais | 928 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |