1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. 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 76 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 205 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Bi Turbo | 505 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
