1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 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 58 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
