2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 455 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | CTS | 420 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |