2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 327 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | CTS | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
