2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 430. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430. 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 Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 430. (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 430. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati 430 has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati 430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Escalade | 430 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
