1968 Ford 17 vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | 17 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 445 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |