1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 905 kg more than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
