1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla 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 263 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 620 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Maserati Shamal | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Shamal | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1076 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |