1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Maserati Shamal | 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | |
Make | Maserati | Simca |
Model | Shamal | Plein Ceil |
Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |