2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1969 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Quattroporte. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1969 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | XLR | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
