1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 19 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 990 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, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bi Turbo | Viano |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |