1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1994 Maserati Shamal is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 60 kg more than 1961 Bristol 406. 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Bristol | Maserati |
Model | 406 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 1260 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |