1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 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 (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. 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 (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Marcos | Maserati |
| Model | 1800 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
