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Biturbo i and Si

 
 

 
 

 

 
 

 

 
 

   
 

The first of the fuel injected cars, the model adopted the Weber Multi-point electronic injection and the Magneti Marelli ignition system.  The 'S' version developed appreciably more horsepower than the standard car and was equipped with an inter-cooler which had been moved forward to the front of the radiator.  The export version of the car was powered by a 2.8 litre motor.
   

Specifications:
 

Production Period:

 1986 - 1988
 

Designed By:

 Maserati
 

Body Built By:

 -
 

Number Built:

 683   - i
1097 - Si: 
 

Dry Weight:

 1086 kg
 

Top Speed:

 220 kph   (Si: 228 kph)
 

Engine Type:

 Front, six cylinders in 90º "V"
 

Bore and Stroke:

 82 x 63 mm
 

Displacement:

 1996 cc
 

Compression:

 7.8:1
 

Engine Output:

 185 bhp @ 6000 rpm - i
220 bhp @ 6350 rpm - Si
 

Valves & Actuation:

 3 OHV with single overhead camshaft
 

Carburettion:

 Supercharged engine with 2 IHI turbo-compressors and Weber Multi point electronic injection.  Si version has 2 IHI water cooled turbo compressors, 2 intercoolers and Weber Multi point electronic injection
 

Ignition:

 Single electronic
 

Lubrication:

 Forced with delivery pump
 

Drive:

 Rear wheel drive
 

Final Drive:

 3.73:1 Sensitork
 

Clutch:

 Dry single disc
 

Gearbox:

 ZF 5-speeds plus reverse - automatic available
 

Frame:

 Unit construction with body
 

Suspension - Front:

 Independent wheels, McPherson type, coil springs, double-action telescopic shock absorbers
 

Suspension - Rear:

 Independent wheels, coil springs, double-action telescopic shock absorbers
 

Brakes:

 Hydraulically operated power assisted four wheel discs
 

Wheelbase:

 2514 mm
 

Front & Rear Track:

 1420 mm front; 1431 mm rear
 

Wheels:

 Light alloy discs 7J x 14
 

Tyres:

205/60VRx14  (Si: 205/55VRx14)