1984 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo

To start off, both 1984 Chevrolet Sprint 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 135 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. 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 Chevrolet Sprint, 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Chevrolet Sprint 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
Make Chevrolet Maserati
Model Sprint Bi Turbo
Year Released 1984 1984
Engine Size 991 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 77 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 675 kg 1095 kg
Vehicle Length 3590 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2510 mm


 

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