1991 Maserati Shamal vs. 1969 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1991 Maserati Shamal is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 1300 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 260 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 1300. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 405 kg more than 1969 Triumph 1300. 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, 1969 Triumph 1300, 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 1969 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Maserati Shamal | 1969 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | Shamal | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
