1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Maserati | Maserati |
Model | Bi Turbo | Bora |
Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |