1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 810 kg more than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. 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 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. 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, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
| Model | Bi Turbo | CTS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
