1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1459 kg more than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Maserati | GMC |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2946 mm |
