1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 911 weights approximately 165 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 911. (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Bi Turbo | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |