1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 24 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 62 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Bi Turbo | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
