Maserati entered a new era with the Biturbo in December 1981. Company owner Alejandro De Tomaso envisioned the sporty coupe as a means of increasing the brand’s reach with a new model offering top performance and a competitive price: a bold strategy for attracting new customers to Maserati. The Biturbo’s engine was a new and compact 90-degree V6 that featured induction via two small turbochargers—a world’s first on a production car. The Biturbo was a big success, thanks to its excellent performance and luxurious interior, although first-generation versions challenged the factory’s production capacity. In 1983, the more powerful Biturbo S featured twin intercoolers, distinguished by two NACA air ducts on the hood. In 1986 and 1987, both versions were upgraded with fuel injection as the Biturbo i and Biturbo Si.
Data sheet
Biturbo
Biturbo S
Biturbo i
Biturbo Si
Model code
Tipo AM331
Tipo AM331
Tipo AM331
Tipo AM331
Body type
2-door, 5-seater three-box coupè
2-door, 5-seater three-box coupè
2-door, 5-seater three-box coupè
2-door, 5-seater three-box coupè
Design
Pierangelo Andreani
Pierangelo Andreani
Pierangelo Andreani
Pierangelo Andreani
Production years
1982 - 1985
1983 - 1986
1986 - 1990
1986 - 1988
Maserati era
De Tomaso
De Tomaso
De Tomaso
De Tomaso
Numbers produced
11,919 (all)
11,919 (all)
11,919 (all)
11,919 (all)
Chassis
Monocoque steel construction
Monocoque steel construction
Monocoque steel construction
Monocoque steel construction
Dry weight
1,086kg
1,086kg
1,086kg
1,086kg
Engine configuration
90° V6, three valves per cylinder (two intake, one exhaust), single overhead camshaft, twin-turbo
90° V6, three valves per cylinder (two intake, one exhaust), single overhead camshaft, twin-turbo
90° V6, three valves per cylinder (two intake, one exhaust), single overhead camshaft, twin-turbo
90° V6, three valves per cylinder (two intake, one exhaust), single overhead camshaft, twin-turbo
Displacement
1,996cc
1,996cc
1,996cc
1,996cc
Maximum power
180hp @ 6,000rpm
205hp @ 6,500rpm
187hp @ 6,000rpm
220hp @ 6,350rpm
Top speed
215km/h
221km/h
220km/h
228km/h
Based on manufacturer testing. Always drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Always wear your seatbelt and obey posted speed limits.
HAS requires the driver to keep his or her hands on the steering wheel at all times. This system is a driver’s convenience system, not a substitute for active driver involvement. The driver must remain aware of traffic conditions and maintain control of the vehicle.
This system is a driver’s convenience system, not a substitute for active driver involvement. The driver must remain aware of traffic conditions and maintain control of the vehicle.
Always check visually for vehicles prior to changing lanes.
This system is an alert system for the front of the vehicle. It is not a substitute for active driver involvement. The driver must remain aware of traffic conditions and be prepared to use brakes to avoid collisions.
Adaptive Cruise Control is a driver’s convenience system, not a substitute for active driver involvement. The driver must remain aware of traffic conditions and be prepared to use the brakes to avoid collisions.
Always check entire surroundings visually before moving forward or backing up.
Traffic Sign Recognition System is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. Factors including weather and condition of the traffic sign can impact recognition and display of the sign. Always check traffic signs visually while driving.
Always drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Always wear your seat belt and obey traffic laws.
Check state and local laws regarding the use of remote start systems.
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EPA estimated mpg. Actual mileage may vary.
This system is an alert system for the front of the vehicle. It is not a substitute for active driver involvement. The driver must remain aware of pedestrians and traffic conditions and be prepared to use brakes to avoid collisions.
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