2001 Maserati 3200 GT vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 211 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has manual transmission. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
| Model | 3200 GT | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
