1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1956 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 550 A 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 213 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 715 kg more than 1956 Porsche 550 A. 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.
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1996 Maserati Shamal | 1956 Porsche 550 A | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Shamal | 550 A |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |