1971 Maserati Indy vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 238 kg more than 1971 Maserati Indy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1971 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1971 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Indy | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
| Model | Indy | CTS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
