1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 21 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 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 78 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 236 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Touran |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
