1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 2 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 5 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.
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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari F40 | 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | F40 | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |