2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS. 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | STS | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |
