1963 BMW 502 vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 502 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |