1985 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 140 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster 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 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Maserati | Tesla |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2352 mm |
