1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 1972 Tatra T603
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1972 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1972 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Tatra T603 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Maserati Shamal | 1972 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Maserati | Tatra |
Model | Shamal | T603 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |