2009 BMW 530 vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 25 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 530 | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |