1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 27 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 62 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1613 kg more than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Maserati | Land Rover |
Model | Bi Turbo | Defender |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |