2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | CTS | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
