1967 Holden HR vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 1996 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1996 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Holden HR | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | HR | Shamal |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3048 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |