1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1989 Maserati Shamal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Avanti Avanti. 1974 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati Shamal | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Maserati | Avanti |
Model | Shamal | Avanti |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 3215 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |