1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 81 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Giulia | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
