1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2009 Maserati GranSport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Eldorado | GranSport |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 451 Nm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |