1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 25 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 34 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 425 kg more than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
