1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 514 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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Torino | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
