1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 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 247 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 465 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. 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:
| 1996 Maserati Shamal | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Shamal | 356 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2130 mm |
