1979 BMW 728 vs. 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 728 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
