1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 21 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 50 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 830 kg more than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
