Maserati Biturbo Spyder 2.0 (184 Hp)


Overall Rating

5.3 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.5 / 5
Value 2.5 / 5
Performance 3.8 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Maserati Biturbo:

The Maserati Biturbo is a family of executive grand tourers produced by Italian automobile manufacturer Maserati between 1981 and 1994. The original Biturbo was a two-door, four-seater notchback coupé featuring, as the name implies, a two-litre V6 engine with two turbochargers and a luxurious interior.
The car was designed by Pierangelo Andreani, Chief of Centro Stile Maserati up to 1981, somewhat influenced by the design of the then recent Quattroporte III....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Spyder Overview:

Maserati Biturbo (Spyder). Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.5 s). A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.

Safety Rating
Not rated
Euro NCAP Year N/A
Adult Occupant N/A
Stars N/A
Expert Note:
The 1985 Maserati Biturbo Spyder predates modern Euro NCAP testing standards. As a vehicle from the mid-1980s, it lacks contemporary safety features like airbags and advanced crumple zones, offering only basic passive safety for its time.

2.0 (184 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

Offers spirited performance for a 1980s convertible, with a respectable 0-100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, providing an engaging driving experience for its era.

Fuel Economy

Typical of early turbocharged engines, fuel economy is poor, especially under spirited driving conditions, making it an expensive car to run.

Best Use Case: Weekend cruises and spirited country road driving, where performance and open-air enjoyment are prioritized over efficiency.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Distinctive Italian styling and exclusivity
  • • Engaging performance for its era, especially the 2.8L
  • • Open-top driving experience
  • • Potentially appreciating classic car status

Cons:

  • • Notorious for poor reliability and high maintenance costs
  • • Subpar build quality and electrical issues
  • • Poor fuel economy across the lineup
  • • Dated interior ergonomics and materials by modern standards

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Biturbo: 1984 - 1987).

General:
Brand:Maserati
Model:Biturbo
Generation:Spyder
Modification (Engine):2.0 (184 Hp)
Start of production:1985
End of production:1987
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Cabriolet
Engine:
Power:184 Hp Same horsepower
Engine Model/Code:AM333 More details about the engine AM333
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:6 l
Coolant:8.5 l
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:6.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:6.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:6.2 sec

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