2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. 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 XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1993 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | XLR | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
