1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 would be higher. 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 140 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1968 Renault 10. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Bi Turbo | 10 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
