1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1993 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1993 Maserati Shamal is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1993 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Shamal |
Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3965 cc | 3216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |