1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 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 74 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 720 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. 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.
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1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 625 F1 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |