1985 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 23 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), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 205 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
