1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 16 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, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 515 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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Bi Turbo | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
