1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 205 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 (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Bi Turbo | 505 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
