1973 Maserati Indy vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy.
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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 2004 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
Model | Indy | CTS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3173 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |