1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 216 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Maserati Shamal | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shamal | SC |
Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |