2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 697 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | CTS | 151 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
