1984 Austin Montego vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, both 1984 Austin Montego and 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | Montego | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |