2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 440 kg more than 1984 Maserati 228.
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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1984 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1984 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Catera | 228 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
