1961 Land Rover A 109 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 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 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) has 254 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | A 109 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
