1992 Maserati Shamal vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1992 Maserati Shamal is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 260 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Shamal | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Shamal | Luce |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
