2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 353 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac DTS | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | DTS | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |