1950 Holden FX vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1994 Maserati Shamal is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 350 kg more than 1950 Holden FX. 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | FX | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 322 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
