1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 39 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 2400 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
