1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 43 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 124 kg more than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
