1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 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 217 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Maserati Shamal | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Shamal | 504 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |