1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 27 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 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 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | Bi Turbo | F-250 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3967 mm |