1985 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 2,490 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 76 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 65 kg more than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
