1984 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1055 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 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Bi Turbo | X6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2933 mm |
