2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 620 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Mustang | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
