2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 23 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 585 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | Maserati | Maserati |
Model | GranSport | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |