1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 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 Ford F-450 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 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 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 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | Bi Turbo | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4379 mm |
