1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 24 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 58 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 97 kg more 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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Bi Turbo | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |