1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (202 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 440 kg more than 1982 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Falcon | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
