1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, both 1982 Jeep CJ7 and 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Jeep | Maserati |
| Model | CJ7 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
