2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 423 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | CTS | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |