2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | STS | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
