1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 24 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 715 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Maserati | Aston Martin |
| Model | Bi Turbo | DBS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
