1986 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, both 1986 BMW M3 and 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M3 | 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M3 | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |