1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 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 242 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Maserati Shamal | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Shamal | 616 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |