2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | S2000 | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |