1961 AC Cobra vs. 1993 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1993 Maserati Shamal is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra. 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, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1993 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | Cobra | Shamal |
Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |