1999 AC Cobra vs. 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 14 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | Cobra | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |