1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 335 kg more than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. 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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 330GT | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
