1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 860 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.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 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 | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | Bi Turbo | S5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
