1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, both 1986 Buick Skylark 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 Maserati Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 1986 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 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark, 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, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Skylark | 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Skylark | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |