1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 28 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 (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 400 kg more 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Bi Turbo | 118 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |