1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 620 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.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
