1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
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 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Reliant |
| Model | Bi Turbo | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
