1964 Ford Falcon vs. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,890 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Falcon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 395 kg more than 1964 Ford Falcon.
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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Falcon. (244 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Falcon | 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Falcon | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2890 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1095 kg |
