1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 570 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Shamal | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Shamal | Sports |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2160 mm |
