2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 625 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Coupe | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
