1966 Lamborghini Flying Star vs. 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star would be higher. At 3,939 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star weights approximately 205 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, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Flying Star | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 3939 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
