1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 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 262 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 355 kg more than 1973 Renault 15. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Shamal | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Shamal | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
