1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 28 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 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 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Bi Turbo | 530 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2968 mm |