1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | 6C | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
