1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Brougham | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Brougham | Spyder |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2450 mm |