2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 582 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | STS | Gran Turismo 3500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
