1985 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 15 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Maserati | TVR |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
