2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1484 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Express | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2510 mm |
