1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 10 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 140 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Bi Turbo | MR2 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |