1985 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 120 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, 2009 Mini Cooper, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Maserati | Mini |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
