1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 25 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1430 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 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Maserati | Bentley |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3066 mm |
