1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante 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 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Maserati | Panoz |
Model | Bi Turbo | Esperante |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |