1992 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 465 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 525 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
