1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 406 kg more than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Chevelle | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
