1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 7 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 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. 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, 1991 Rover 400, 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | Bi Turbo | 400 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1395 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 | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
