1991 Ferrari 348 vs. 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 6 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 370 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 | 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 348 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
