1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | 1750 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
