1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Alpine | Maserati |
| Model | A 110 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2510 mm |
