1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 355 kg more than 1983 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, 1972 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Fairlane | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
