2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 21 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 184 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Expedition | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
