1984 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, both 1984 Cadillac Eldorado 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 4,078 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 595 kg more than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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 Cadillac Eldorado, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Eldorado | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Eldorado | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 4078 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |