1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 1970 Renault 8
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 8 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 272 more horse power than 1970 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Renault 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Maserati Shamal | 1970 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Shamal | 8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
