1950 BMW 340 vs. 1993 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1993 Maserati Shamal is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 BMW 340 would be higher. At 3,216 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1950 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1950 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 70 kg more than 1950 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 BMW 340 | 1993 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 340 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
