1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Riley 4 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1964 Riley 4 | |
Make | Maserati | Riley |
Model | Bi Turbo | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |