1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 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 262 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 462 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | 1300 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
