1992 BMW 332 vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 8 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 332 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
