1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 305 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Greyhound | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
