1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 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 285 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 360 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Maserati Shamal | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Maserati | Wartburg |
Model | Shamal | 311 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |