1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo

To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.

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, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alfa Romeo Spider 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
Make Alfa Romeo Maserati
Model Spider Bi Turbo
Year Released 1990 1984
Engine Size 1962 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 120 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1095 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2510 mm


 

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