1985 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 370 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Maserati | Plymouth |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Volare |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
