1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 475 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.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | Bi Turbo | A3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
