2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | CTS | 228 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
