1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 230 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | Bi Turbo | Granada |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |