1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1997 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 132 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal. 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 512 BB | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3217 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
