1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 27 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster 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 (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Bi Turbo | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |