1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 25 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 347 kg more than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 2009 Nissan Sentra, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
