1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia 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 277 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 350 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Maserati Shamal | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Maserati | Skoda |
Model | Shamal | Octavia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |