1991 Maserati Shamal vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1991 Maserati Shamal is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 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 217 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 460 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Maserati Shamal | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | Shamal | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
