1988 BMW M3 vs. 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M3 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
