1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1991 Maserati Shamal is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Comodoro | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
