1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 5 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Bi Turbo | 959 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |