1986 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo

To start off, both 1986 Chrysler Conquest 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 230 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.

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 Chrysler Conquest, 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 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Chrysler Conquest 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo
Make Chrysler Maserati
Model Conquest Bi Turbo
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Size 2555 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 185 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1095 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2510 mm


 

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