2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 802 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | CTS | 450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
