1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 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 242 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 150 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Bristol | Maserati |
Model | 400 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |