1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 31 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 286 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
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1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Bi Turbo | Jetta |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2651 mm |