1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 740 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 27 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 740 weights approximately 235 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 740. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Bi Turbo | 740 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
