1995 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 388 kg more than 1995 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Maserati Ghibli | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
| Model | Ghibli | CTS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
