1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | Monaro | Shamal |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |