1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 587 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Park Avenue | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |