1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (375 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Porsche 911 (490 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Bi Turbo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
