2009 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (202 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
