1997 Honda Legend vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 575 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.
Because 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Legend | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
