2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (183 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 595 kg more than 1986 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 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 456M | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
