1985 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. Both 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo and 1970 Opel Commodore are equipped with a 2,490 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
