1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 88 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. 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, 1989 Toyota Carina, 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Carina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
