1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Bi Turbo | Senator |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |