1985 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (178 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 435 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bi Turbo | 300 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |