1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 405 kg more than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 1983 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 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | Bi Turbo | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |