2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 227 kg more than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (335 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 1993 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1993 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | CTS | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
