2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 248 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | CTS | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |