1983 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 678 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati 420 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
| Model | 420 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
