1986 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 27 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 49 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 494 kg more than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | Bi Turbo | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2911 mm |