1984 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1991 Maserati Shamal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego 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 254 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | Montego | Shamal |
Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |