1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 21 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 70 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 670 kg more than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
