1985 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 21 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 200 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, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
