1985 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1978 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 3 kg more than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1978 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
