1979 Ford LTD vs. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 591 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | LTD | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |