1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 23 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bi Turbo | S |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |
