1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 1970 Mini MK III
To start off, 1994 Maserati Shamal is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mini MK III would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1970 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 710 kg more than 1970 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mini MK III, 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Maserati Shamal | 1970 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Maserati | Mini |
| Model | Shamal | MK III |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
