1964 Holden EJ vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1991 Maserati Shamal is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EJ would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 190 kg more than 1964 Holden EJ. 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | EJ | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
