1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1980 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Rex 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Subaru Rex. 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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1980 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Rex |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1930 mm |
