1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1974 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 318 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 3.5. 1974 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1996 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Shamal | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | Shamal | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
