1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1994 Maserati Shamal is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 470 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford 12 M | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | 12 M | Shamal |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1305 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |