1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1994 Maserati Shamal is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Maserati Shamal. (322 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1994 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 410 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford GT 40 | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | GT 40 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 444 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |