1985 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4. 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, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Morgan |
| Model | Bi Turbo | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
