1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 40 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (490 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Calais | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 319 HP |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
