1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Bi Turbo | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |