1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 216 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 350 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | Giulia | Shamal |
Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |