1993 Maserati Shamal vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1993 Maserati Shamal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,216 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. 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, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Maserati Shamal | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Shamal | 818 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3216 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |