1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1991 Maserati Shamal is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 250 GT | Shamal |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |