2009 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 98 kg more than 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |