1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1966 Ginetta G12. (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1966 Ginetta G12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 533 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12. 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Ginetta | Maserati |
| Model | G12 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
