1960 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 290 kg more than 1960 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jeep CJ5 | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Jeep | Maserati |
| Model | CJ5 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2520 mm |
