1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal

To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 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 180 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Abarth 2400 1990 Maserati Shamal
Make Abarth Maserati
Model 2400 Shamal
Year Released 1961 1990
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2321 cc 3217 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 445 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2520 mm


 

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