1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 18 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 35 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 300 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Bi Turbo | 318 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
