1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 20 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 48 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 45 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Bi Turbo | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
