1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 232 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | Spider | Shamal |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 444 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |