1985 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 28 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 535 kg more than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Maserati | Aston Martin |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
