1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 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 109 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 1502 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
