2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2002 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 20 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 675 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti Q45 | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
| Model | Q45 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
